Shaving

[Gareth]

I'd rather fully shaven!

 

[weebob]

Shaven haven

 

[Alex_225]

Been using a safety razor for a few years now, started off with a cheap one which still gives a far closer shave than any of these disposable, multi blade boll*cks!

Now I've got these two :

The build quality of both of them is superb and even though they're not cheap to buy initially, the blades last me 3-4 shaves and I can get 30 Feather blades for £8!

I've been using an artificial shaving brush but have asked for a proper badger brush for Xmas.

Maggi - You're not the only one who actually likes to take time to get a really good shave. Admittedly I only shave 2-3 times a week but when I do I like to do it properly.

 

[maggi200]

I find 3 days growth ideal so about the same for me. Where do you get so many feather blades for that price? I can't remember how much I pay tbh since I bought my last pack 6 months ago. Spent te same on gillette multi blades and I'd have to have done the same all over again by now, probably twice

 

[Alex_225]

Yeah about three days is good for me, also with such a close shave it's not like I'm looking scruffy in that time! lol

As for blades, here ya go - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/30-Feather-Safety-Razor-Blades-Stainless-Steel-/160670896572?pt=UK_Health_HairRemoval_RL&hash=item2568bb51bc

Will last an age haha

 

[MovingShadow]

I love the old fashioned way! :lol:

 

[singlespeed]

That is prety hard core if you use one regularly.

 

[MovingShadow]

That is prety hard core if you use one regularly.

Well I kinda wish I did, no more buying expensive Gillette blades too and it's classy the old fashioned way.

 

[Karl]

I hate shaving and dont do it so often even till the stage when my boss at work hints i need a shave :lol:

 

[singlespeed]

Bleeding to death isn't classy.

I have been tempted by a safety razor before, so might have another look

 

[maggi200]

Well worth the investment

 

[jra3d]

On day one of shadow and gonna leave till I get too three!!

Then try and buy a trimmer for the ultimate stubble effect!!!

 

[maggi200]

Was that last line a tagline from an advert? Sounds too perfect

 

[jra3d]

No it wasnt an advert or the mods will have me as a trader, stubble in some places itches!

 

[maggi200]

Hmm yeah certain stubble is itchy and sensitive. I remember this one time...

I shaved this morning, a rather more rushed shave, and I've just scrapped my face along my shirt and I can hear it

One of my dads friends has never had to shave more than once every 2 weeks. And that's questionable even then if it's needed! Lucky bugger

 

[Alex_225]

I love the old fashioned way! :lol:

As much as I'd love to try one, there's a lot more preparation with a cut throat than even a safety razor.

Also risk of cutting your own face off as well!! Lol

Also I can't see how I'd get any closer than with my Merkur razor! Lol

 

[gavin-h]

Only ever used electric. Literally NEVER used a blade.

Current model is a Braun 8595 - I've had it about 7 years and change the foil/cutter every 18 months or so. Brilliant.

 

[maggi200]

I do need a travel electric one as its a pain to shave whilst away with work. Any recommendations ?

 

[gavin-h]

I do need a travel electric one as its a pain to shave whilst away with work. Any recommendations ?

Don't go for one of those that runs on AA batteries - they're feeble and the batteries last no time.

I'd always go for a rechargeable that will give one to two weeks before it needs recharging. Beyond that, I guess it depends how much you want to spend :idea:

 

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